Born on April 13, 1950, in Buffalo, New York, he is a versatile American actor known for his compelling performances in film and television. He gained recognition for his roles in "Die Hard 2" as Colonel Stuart and "The Shawshank Redemption" as Heywood. With a career spanning several decades, he has also appeared in "Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey" as Death and reprised the role in "Bill & Ted Face the Music." His talent extends to television, with notable roles in series like "Roswell" and "The Blacklist."